Richmond Economic Development

05/21/2026

05/15/2026

05/14/2026

⚽ Richmond businesses: get ready for FIFA World Cup 2026™!
Support is available to help you make the most of it:
• Branding & IP guidance
• Seasonal patios
• Liquor service updates
• Outdoor events

Learn more: richmond.ca/soccer

05/14/2026

⚽ Richmond businesses: get ready for FIFA World Cup 2026™!
Take advantage of upcoming opportunities with support and resources from the City of Richmond:

• Branding & intellectual property guidance
• Seasonal patio applications
• Liquor sales & service updates
• Hosting outdoor events

Learn more and get started: richmond.ca/soccer

05/07/2026

B.C. food & beverage businesses: looking to grow into retail or export markets? 📦🍓
The B.C. Ministry of Agriculture & Food has released a free 5-part webinar series for agrifood SMEs covering:
✔️ Scaling for grocery
✔️ Pitching to retailers
✔️ Marketing & market entry
✔️ Shipping & logistics
This is a great resource for local food entrepreneurs and growing brands.
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04/20/2026

🌱 Funding available for clean industry projects in B.C.!

The CleanBC Industry Fund supports businesses reducing emissions and developing clean technology.

Apply now for funding under multiple streams including innovation and feasibility studies.

Learn more: https://buff.ly/uPDf7LO

04/17/2026

Applications are now open for the Team Canada Trade Mission to Japan (June 23–26, 2026) in Tokyo!

Led by the Honourable Maninder Sidhu, this mission helps Canadian businesses connect with opportunities in Japan and the Indo-Pacific.

Priority sectors include:
• Defence & aerospace
• AI & ICT
• Clean tech & energy transition
• Agriculture & agri-food (including seafood)
• Forestry & forest products

Participants will access:
• Networking events
• Business briefings
• Site visits
• Potential B2B meetings

Deadline to apply: April 21, 2026
More info: https://www.tradecommissioner.gc.ca/en/trade-events-training/2026/06/team-canada-trade-misson-japan.html

04/16/2026

📢 Want to make AI work for your business—without wasting time or money?

Join BDC’s free webinar AI that pays off: Where to start for real results on May 12 at 12 p.m. ET. Learn practical ways to use AI, automate routine tasks, and hear how Canadian companies are already seeing results.

✅ Actionable tips
✅ Real business examples
✅ Clear next steps

Register now:

Free webinar with concrete tips for getting started with AI, what to try first and how to take a clear next step.